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Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
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Dulles
Has a stamp of approval from Michelin Travel & Lifestyle and Eater
"One of the best for international flights in/out of DC."(107 Tips)
"Red Carpet Club if flying United or Continental is worth it!"(55 Tips)
"Nice restaurants, good gift shopping and most importantly free wifi."(50 Tips)
"24 hour Starbucks in the baggage claim area."(4 Tips)
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A secret US mailbox is tucked away on the lowest level, down the west escalator, past baggage claim and down Door 2 ramp! Ask Information Desk for cards with directions, as well as to the post office!
Upvoted Jan 16
They have a lot of stores but they are all similar to each other. There is no creativity. Almost 10 restaurants and cafe. Free WI-FI covered the whole areaUpvoted Jan 6
Clean restrooms, restaurants/coffee shops, lounges, train system, shopping .. etc basically all what you need as a traveler in an airport, you'll find it in IAD airport! 👌Upvoted 1 week ago
This could be a great airport if they would get the 5th runway built, replace the “temporary” terminals C&D with Permanent, modern facilities, complete the trainUpvoted Jan 16
Evren YigitAugust 27, 2016Too many check points and police controls. Main terminal is designed very beatiful, a modern concrete structure. One of the best examples of design with concrete in wide span.
Bilawal HameedFebruary 22, 2017Beautiful airport. It's located in Virginia, and is very far (~25 miles) from DC. I'd recommend taking an Uber/Lyft to Central DC.
Yasaman MahdianSeptember 17, 2018Crazy crowded lines if you are not U.S citizen or green card holder. No facilities or anything while you are waiting.
Signup for Clear as you’ll never wait in line at security turning this into one of the nicest and easiest airports and if flying delta get the breakfast at five guys only available in the airport!
Very good classic airport, maybe limited restaurants choices, few coffee shops, will be boring if not staying in Business Lounge, easy to follow signs & clean toilets
Bella MMay 30, 2018Was here on the 13th May 2018 and the staff were very helpful and efficient. Use of the self check in was fast and easy ! Great job!
Majed AlashariApril 12, 2020Nice clean airport with train to connect between the main terminal & to the gates terminals. Full of shops, restaurants and cafes.
The cheaper buses towards D.C. (Metro 5A to the Rosslyn Metro station and then L'Enfant Plaza, Fairfax Connector 981 and 983 to the Wiehle Avenue/Reston Metro) are at curb 2E on the arrivals level.
Luis W.May 21, 2019Don’t under estimate the huge and straight long airport that you really need plenty of time to walk to your departure gate, you don’t want to miss or rush to catch for a flight.
If your traveling to Riyadh through saudia, take the B train as it much closer to their terminal and the temporary Turkish lounge- Love this airport! One of the best for international flights in/out of DC. Tons of food options and oh they have sleep pods too
Take an Uber sedan (up to 4 ppl) from Dulles to anywhere inside the Beltway for $80 flat, tip included! An SUV (up to 6 ppl) is just $105! Sign up at
The staff, the food, and the wine selection at Vino Volo in terminal B are all outstanding. Enjoy a glass, a "flight" of three wines, or a bottle to take with you! Ask for Melissa or Sheena.
TSA Pre is the only way to go! Fastest way to get through security, no removing laptops or liquids. It's worth the lengthy application. Amex Platinum reimburses the $100 application fee.
For international arrivals plan on 60-90 minutes to ride train or shuttle to main terminal and get through customs. Add another 30 to get to your car in the economy parking lot. Welcome to the USA!
Sheila ElseaNovember 30, 2015Vino Volo in B gate is excellent. Tast 3 wines of your choice reasonable price excellent selection..and great tapas !
AmberNovember 4, 2015Best place for a layover: THERE IS A SMOKING AREA AFTER YOU GET THROUGH SECURITY. I repeat: YOU CAN SMOKE WITHOUT HAVING TO LEAVE.
Concourse B is a hidden gem for long layovers. There are some great restaurants/fast-food spots (like Wendy’s), and international lounges you can access with status.
Crazy long line for the Airport taxis. Booked a ride with @taximagic, and the cab was waiting at United departures (door 4) by the time I arrived there (from Wash Flyer line to upper level door 4)
If you are into sneakers or streetwear, make sure you check out MAJOR in Georgetown area. One of the world's top sneaker boutiques & right here in DC. www.majordc.com #NikeSportswear #Converse #Jordan
Come early and take your shoes off when going through the TSA screening!
Abdullah SuhaimJune 25, 2022Big Airport, use some early spare time if you can. Terminals A&B has so many shops and dining/coffee options after Security, Enjoy it
Great American Bagel Bakery breakfast bagel sandwiches are surprisingly good and not a complete rip-off, two bagel, egg and cheeses plus 1 oj to split = less than $13 bucks, not bad for high quality
If you are in concourse B and are in need of food, go to PotBelly's! You will not be disappointed and definitely add hot peppers to your sandwich.
Great parking and transportation service to and from the airport and definitely more easy to get to from Maryland highway versus other Washington areas airports.
Passport control/Customs can be a nightmare here. If you fly in to here a lot from overseas Global Entry program totally worth it.
Ahmed BasmairOctober 26, 2017This is a sad day for us. It is our last day in theUSA. We will be back one day. Great people and lovely places.
So Clear now has an UP & Downstairs entry point. Be sure to check if your significant other has PRECheck & Clear before going to the upstairs location! Downstairs is CLEAR ONLY
Silvestre AcedilloFebruary 17, 2014You know there are two DAY public parking at Dulles right? One is more expensive than the other because it is supposedly nearer. From my experience, it does not matter. The shuttle is very fast.
Neil CJune 14, 2017Definitely the best of the US airports. You don't have to redo security if you have a connecting flight and lots more facilities in the terminal.
Tian FangMarch 23, 2015Welcome to the capital of the United States! Please appreciate the honor of the fact that the DC airport is literally located in VA...
i just expect more than what is saw but the checking passports and visas are aoutomatically with divces and it was perfect because u can save the time
TristanSeptember 23, 2011Pray that you are in the B gate. There is a five guys here! Head to ~B71...you can also wash those burgers down w/ $4 margaritas at chipotle! (~B63)..it's a fast food explosion, and it's epic
Thanks to incomplete expansion, it's often quicker to get to Terminal C by taking the shuttle to Terminal D and walking.- If you have more than 10 minutes before a 5A or Flyer bus arrives (likely with their woeful headways), detour upstairs to appreciate Eero Saarinen's beautiful, soaring ceiling while you wait.
Leigh RawlsOctober 14, 2013You can park at one of the nearby hotels rather than airport's longterm parking for a much cheaper price. (You don't have to have stayed at the hotel to do this either). Shuttles included in price.
SaraJune 13, 2015Customs etc. was very fast even though you have to remove shoes, hats, outerwear etc. Rechecking bags from international transfers was smooth too.
As of March 2012, DC's two airports (DCA and IAD) are the only two places where you can try the breakfast menu at Five Guys Burgers and Fries. It's worth traveling to another terminal for.
Michelin Travel & LifestyleAugust 13, 2012Booking a hotel? Quoted rates do not include Washington DC's substantial hotel tax of 14.5%. For example, a quoted room rate of $139, will actually cost $159 for a nights stay. -- Green Guides Editor
CarloNovember 2, 2013Highly efficient system and design that allows for smooth flow of transportation vehicles and passenger movement. Great choices of places to eat and shop at the gates.
Arnaldo G. Miguel JrFebruary 7, 2015In fact, one of the most beautiful and comfortable airports in the world!
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Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
1 Saarinen Cir (at Dulles Access Rd)
Dulles, VA 20166
United States
Dulles, VA 20166
United States
Washington Dulles International Airport is a public airport in Dulles, Virginia, 26 miles west of downtown Washington, D.C.
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- Mon–Sun
- 24 Hours
(703) 572-2700
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"Crazy huge bus/train/shuttle. It's a must ride at least once thru Dulles."
Ian Tarasevitsch
"Ignore all previous tips. Several new restaurants and many of the old ones are gone. Much needed improvement. BRB burger has an excellent black bean burger and their other burgers looked good."
John Vinson
"Good mushroom Swiss burger and ceasar salad,,, get the hefeweizen"
Kimberly Reid
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